Hindi Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai (1960)

Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai is a classic Indian film released in 1960, directed by Radhu Karmakar. The movie stars Raj Kapoor, Padmini, and Pran in pivotal roles. It is renowned for its music, composed by the legendary Shankar Jaikishan, with lyrics penned by Shailendra and Hasrat Jaipuri. The film’s soundtrack became immensely popular, featuring the voices of notable singers such as Geeta Dutt, Mukesh, Manna Dey, Mahendra Kapoor, Lata Mangeshkar and Mohammed Rafi.

The movie is a blend of drama and romance, set against the backdrop of the dacoit-infested valleys of the Ganges river, where Raj Kapoor’s character, a simple and innocent villager, endeavors to reform a group of dacoits with his beliefs in non-violence and honesty. Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai was celebrated for its compelling narrative, memorable performances, and its contribution to Indian cinema’s golden era. The film received critical acclaim and was a commercial success. It won several awards, including the 9th Filmfare Awards for Best Film in 1961. The movie’s songs, such as “Mera Naam Raju,” “Aa Ab Laut Chalen” and “Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai,” have become evergreen classics, cherished by generations. The film achieved significant moderate box office success, grossing over est. ₹2 crore worldwide.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai sung by Mukesh, Lata Mangeshkar, Geeta Dutt, Manna Dey, Mahendra Kapoor along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai movie song lyrics below.